ATM first project: decision

[barrett@almaden.ibm.com]

Thank you all for your suggestions concerning whether to buy my first
mirror or make it.  After consulting with my co-conspirator, we've decided
to go for the gusto and learn the art & science of glass-pushing!

Now another question: though Texereau and other resources are wonderful, I
expect there is great value in a little hands-on help with the basic
techniques.  So I thought I'd go ahead and ask if any of you are in the
Sunnyvale, California area and might be willing to spare an hour or two to
give us a few pointers?  I've noticed that there are a few clubs in the
area, too, so I can check there as well.  Actually, I'm  a little surprised
I haven't run across an MPEG movie of the basics somewhere! :-)

Again -- many thanks for your encouraging responses!
Rob